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Manufacturing Engineer

Springfield, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 May 2026

💰 $116,436/yr($77,628/yr – $116,436/yr)

About the role

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Missouri - Springfield
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Manufacturing Engineer - 120785
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING for John Deere Reman, located in Springfield, Missouri, you will plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing and factory engineering work supporting Machining and Factory Automation. This role supports safe, high-quality, and efficient manufacturing processes while contributing to continuous improvement, layout development, tooling implementation, and standards development.

Collaborate closely with all teams to align safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Coordinate activities of subcontractors and suppliers.
Design, validate, and implement tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment to support new or revised products.
Support factory layout development and material flow optimization to improve efficiency and ergonomics.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and apply lean manufacturing and change management principles.
Execute assigned project tasks with accountability, managing scope, schedule, and quality within established guidelines.
Support inspections and evaluations of engineering installations and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Communicate project status, risks, and action plans effectively to stakeholders.

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD and Creo.
Fundamental understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), with the ability to apply principles and provide guidance and feedback.
Working knowledge of project management fundamentals and cross-functional collaboration.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate mid to large-scale projects with strict timelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
Attention to detail with ability to create and maintain technical documentation.
Strong understanding of machining, tooling, and manufacturing engineering principles.

What Makes You Stand Out

Experience supporting tooling design, build, and implementation in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with factory layout development and material flow optimization.
Experience applying lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience coordinating suppliers or contractors on engineering projects.
Experience with Factory Automation
Experience with CNC programming and/or macro programming on one or more machine controls

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering, Science, or Technology related discipline

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including: